Form Follows Function
A design principle that states the design of a product or interface should primarily serve its intended purpose or functionality.
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“user interface design”
Roach Motel
A dark pattern where it's easy to get into a situation but hard to get out of it, such as signing up for a service but finding it difficult to cancel.
Affordance
The perceived and actual properties of an object that determine how it could be used.
Functionalism
A design approach that prioritizes the practical purpose and usability of digital products over purely aesthetic considerations.
Minimalism
A design approach that emphasizes simplicity, using only the necessary elements to create a clean and uncluttered look.
Anthropomorphism
The attribution of human traits, emotions, or intentions to non-human entities, often used in design to make interfaces more relatable and engaging.
Progressive Disclosure
A design technique that involves showing only essential information initially, revealing additional details as needed to prevent information overload.
Interface Interference
A dark pattern where the user interface is manipulated in a way that prioritizes certain actions over others to benefit the company.
Interactive Design
The design of interactive digital products, environments, systems, and services.